Smart Meter Plumber – IoT Upgrades & Field Service

New Plumbing Solutions; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool of trade vehicle

Meter incentive rates

Uniform supplied

Job summary

New Plumbing Solutions is seeking a full-time plumber to service regional metering contracts and attend residential and light commercial sites in Ballarat and surrounding areas.

Role involves light plumbing work while installing and changing meters, with tasks including digital meter upgrades, radio device installation, data logging, and follow-up maintenance aligned with OH&S policies. A valid driver’s licence and white card are required.

Qualifications

• Registered plumber (we will consider licensed plumbers on a subcontractor basis who live locally).
• Strong mechanical aptitude – proficient with hand tools.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic with a willingness to learn.
• An aptitude for problem solving.
• Reliable, punctual, and capable of meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Able to do a lot of bending, squatting and walking (physical fitness).
• Ability to work in most weather conditions.
• Flexible and comfortable with daily travel.
• Own hand tools
• A current driver's licence
• A white card

Responsibilities

• Smart/digital meter upgrades
• External meter swaps
• Radio device installation
• Data logs, reads, leak alerts
• Minor troubleshooting (battery, signal)
• Follow correct replacement procedures.
• Customer Service – face to face and phone
• Perform tasks within budgets and time frames
• Communicate regularly with office support team
• Maintain accurate and timely digital job installation records
• Ensure that all tasks are performed in a manner consistent with state and company OH&S policies and procedures.
• Work independently throughout Ballarat and surrounding areas

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools proficiency

Problem solving

Communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Driving licence

White card

Job description

New Plumbing Solutions is seeking a full-time plumber to service regional metering contracts and attend residential and light commercial sites in Ballarat and surrounding areas.

Role involves light plumbing work while installing and changing meters, with tasks including digital meter upgrades, radio device installation, data logging, and follow-up maintenance aligned with OH&S policies. A valid driver’s licence and white card are required.